F&A II Ch. 7 Assessment of JROM Flashcards
The extent of movement that occurs at a joint is?
Range of motion (ROM)
Name 2 types of joint movement.
- Active Range of Motion (AROM)
- Passive range of motion (PROM)
The arc of motion through which the joint passes when voluntarily moved by muscles acting on the joint.
AROM
The arc of motion through which the joint passes when moved by an outside force.
PROM
Which is normally greater, AROM or PROM?
PROM
What are the 3 principals of joint measurement?
1- The degree & type of motion that will occur at a specific joint
2- Average & normal ROM
3- The position of the OTP & the Pt during measurement
What is the term for the minimum ROM necessary to execute performance in essential areas of occupation & daily life activities without the use of special equipment.
Functional range of motion
Name the 3 planes that motion occurs in.
1- sagittal
2- frontal
3- horizontal
Name the 4 parts of the goniometer.
1- Stationary Bar (proximal)
2- Protractor
3- Movable bar (distal)
4- Dial (axis/fulcrum)
In the anatomical position, flexion & extension occur in what plane & around what axis?
Sagittal plane & frontal (coronal) axis
In the anatomical position, abduction & adduction occur in what plane & around what axis?
Frontal (coronal) plane & anteroposterior axis
In the anatomical position, shoulder internal & external rotation occur in what plane & around what axis?
Horizontal plane & sagittal (vertical) axis
When determining a Pt’s effective ROM, how may the OTA determine the closest approximation of what is normal?
The Pt’s unaffected extremity provides the closes approximation of what is normal for that individual.
When is limitation of ROM indicated for joint measurements?
The start position is not 0*
Name the 3 conditions of the scapular musculature that effect the glenohumeral joint ROM.
1- Spastic
2- Contracted
3- Orthopedically restricted
ROM measurements are indicated in how many increments?
5* increments
Name the 5 types of goniometers.
1- Full circle 2- Radiopaque 3- Plastic 4- Finger 5- Plastic small
How may burn injuries effect ROM?
Significant burn injuries often develop skin adhesions & scar formations that decrease joint movement.
Name the disease process that may cause joint stiffness & deformity.
Arthritis
How may the OT practitioner preserve function for the arthritis Pt?
- splints
- positioning
- exercise
- joint protection principles
- assistive devices
What exercises may be incorporated to increase ROM?
- Active & passive stretching
- Resistive exercise
- Exercise equipment that use pulleys
What functional activities may be used to increase ROM?
- Reaching
- Catching a ball
- Table-top activities
- Throwing a bean bag
Name alternative stretching exercises to promote flexibility & ROM.
- Yoga
- Tai Chi
- Pilates
What factors determine how the examiner holds the goniometer & supports the body part being measured?
- Muscle weakness
- Presence or absence of joint pain
- AROM measurements
- PROM measurements
Name the associated girdle motion of shoulder flexion.
- Abduction
- Lateral tilt
- Slight elevation
- Slight upward rotation
Name the associated girdle motion of shoulder extension.
- Depression
- Adduction
- Upward tilt
Name the associated girdle motion of shoulder abduction.
- Upward rotation
- Elevation
Name the associated girdle motion of shoulder adduction.
- Depression
- Adduction
- Downward rotation
Name the associated girdle motion of shoulder horizontal abduction.
- Adduction
- Reduction of lateral tilt
Name the associated girdle motion of shoulder horizontal adduction.
- Abduction
- Lateral tilt
Name the associated girdle motion of shoulder internal rotation.
- Abduction
- Lateral tilt
For shoulder flexion, what is the position of the goniometer?
Axis is center of humerus just distal to acromion process on lateral aspect of humerus. Stationary bar is parallel to trunk, & movable bar is parallel to humerus.
For shoulder flexion, what is the direction of movement?
Pt’s arm is raised in front of body in sagittal plane of movement.
For shoulder flexion, what is the position of the Pt?
Seated or supine with humerus in neutral position.